University of Debrecen

Welcome to the University of Debrecen (UD)

UD is an elite research university of national excellence that focuses and builds on its traditional values, as well as the complex and well-functioning system of International Relations and synergy it has established during its rich history.

UD has been welcoming International Students for several decades now, and has always encouraged applicants of all backgrounds throughout the world to apply to its programs. This is especially so if their aim is to study in one of Europe's most beautiful campus areas (with the University's main building located in the heart of the Great Forest), with a wide range of educational opportunities to select from.

Brief History

The history of Debrecen’s higher education dates back to the 16th century

The Reformed College of Debrecen, established in 1538, played a central role in education, becoming the most important cultural center in the whole country throughout the years

The University was established in 1912 making UD a higher education institute with the longest continuous history in Hungary

Today the University of Debrecen is one of the largest institutions of higher education in Hungary and a Top 3 Hungarian university according to the Hungarian Ministry of Education

The cooperation of the faculties of the University ensures the multidisciplinary background guaranteeing UD a leading role as a research and education institution, and making it the intellectual centre of Eastern Hungary

Country Info

Hungary is a European Union member country located in Central Europe

The country has borders with Austria, Slovakia, Ukraine, Romania, Serbia, Croatia and Slovenia

Provides an easy access to Europe with countless options from the Budapest and Debrecen airports

Population ca. 10 million

City Info

With 204 thousand inhabitants Debrecen is the second largest city in the country

It is a cultural, educational and economic center of Eastern Hungary

Located in the Eastern part of the country

Main attractions and places to visit include:

Great Forest of Debrecen

Aquaticum Medicinal and Bath Centre w/ Mediterranean Pleasure Bath

Lake Békás

HALL (a multifunctional establishment for concerts and public events with a capacity of approximately 2000 people)

the Water Tower (a 1913 building renovated to function as a bar, cafe, shop, gallery and observation deck)

Education

Courses and education in general are based on practical and labour-market oriented knowledge far above the national standard. Besides Medical and Biological Sciences Dentistry, Pharmacy, IT, Engineering and Business Studies are also of excellent quality and great popularity. Partnerships with local and national companies ensure students have the opportunity to get an insight into business processes during their studies. Students at the University of Debrecen

The fields covered include

Agricultural &Food Sciences

Business &Economics

Computing

Engineering

Humanities

Law

Medical&Health Sciences

Science &Technology

Accreditation

The University conducts its programs according to the European Qualifications Framework of the Bologna Process (all of the programs have been accredited by the Hungarian Accreditation Committee)

Education at Debrecen Medical School is accredited by the World Health Organization, US Department of Education, The State Education Department (NY, USA), Medical Board of California, the General Medicine Council, Medical Councils of Israel, Ireland, Iran and Norway

Loan and Scholarship Opportunities

Loan and Scholarship opportunities include the Stipendium Hungaricum Scholarship, Erasmus and several federal loan possibilities

Accommodation and Dining

Accommodation: students can choose to rent dormitories or private flats; student hostels are located in the campus area, and are primarily occupied by foreign students

Several University restaurants and canteens provide opportunity for students to have meals at the campuses throughout the year

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